Description

Hentriacontanoic Acid CAS NO 38232-01-8 is a high-purity, long-chain saturated fatty acid with a 31-carbon backbone, also known as melissic acid. This compound serves as a critical building block and performance additive in advanced material science and specialty chemical synthesis. It is essential for R&D and manufacturing professionals in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and high-performance lubricant industries seeking consistent, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of specialized lipid-based drug delivery systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a thickener, emulsifier, and conditioning agent in premium creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Specialty Lubricants & Additives: Functions as a high-performance friction modifier and viscosity index improver in synthetic lubricants.
• Material Science: Employed in surface coatings, polymer modification, and as a precursor for long-chain esters and waxes.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in biochemical, nutritional, and chemical research.
• Food Science (Research Grade): Investigated for its potential role in lipid metabolism and as a component in food-grade coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hentriacontanoic Acid
CAS No.	38232-01-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₁H₆₂O₂
Molecular Weight	466.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Melissic Acid; n-Hentriacontanoic Acid; n-Hentriacontanoic Acid; C31:0 Fatty Acid; Hentriacontylic Acid; Triacontanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Hentriacontanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Hentriacontanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or when opening containers to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	90 - 94 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.